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$189+ Cheap flights from Dayton to San Francisco (DAY - SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAY — SFO
May 26 — Jun 21
Mon 5/26
Mon 6/2
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dayton (DAY) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(Delta)

One-way from

$189
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$386
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Cheapest flights from Dayton to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/212:50 pmDAY - SFO
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/126:10 amSFO - DAY
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/21$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/132:53 pmDAY - SFO
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Tue 9/239:30 pmSFO - DAY
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/21$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/27:45 pmDAY - SFO
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/171:55 pmSFO - DAY
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$360
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/189:43 amDAY - SFO
3 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/2511:59 pmSFO - DAY
2 stops17h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$509
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/98:35 amDAY - SFO
2 stops13h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sun 7/1311:55 amSFO - DAY
1 stop8h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/20$756

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to San Francisco that are best for you.

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DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Sat 9/13

2:53 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop9h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

9:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop10h 05m

$309

DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Thu 7/24

5:38 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

10:15 am-9:47 pm

2 stops8h 32m

$354

DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Mon 6/2

7:45 pm-12:58 am

1 stop8h 13m

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

1:55 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$360

DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Wed 6/18

9:43 am-10:53 pm

3 stops40h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 6/25

11:59 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops17h 41m

$509

DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Wed 7/9

8:35 am-6:53 pm

2 stops13h 18m

San Francisco

Sun 7/13

11:55 am-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$756

DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Tue 7/15

2:29 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$189

DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Wed 5/28

1:07 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$245

DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Sun 6/29

7:48 pm-12:57 am

1 stop8h 09m

$310

DaytonSan Francisco

DAY - SFO

DAYSFO

Dayton

Tue 8/5

8:35 am-6:53 pm

2 stops13h 18m

$412

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Deals found on 5/21

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dayton to San Francisco in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dayton-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dayton-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dayton-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dayton-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dayton-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dayton to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dayton to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dayton to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dayton to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 16, 2025.

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dayton to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dayton to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Dayton to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $375). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DAY to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 21, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Dayton to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dayton to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dayton to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dayton to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated May 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Dayton to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,745 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dayton to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dayton to San Francisco round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($309), American Airlines ($354), and United Airlines ($360) offers the cheapest pricing from Dayton to San Francisco. Delta is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dayton to San Francisco one-way?

    $189 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $245 and $310, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dayton to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dayton to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dayton to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dayton to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dayton to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dayton to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dayton to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Dayton to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $375). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Dayton to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dayton to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$263Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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